Meaning & use
problem
A matter or situation regarded as harmful, difficult to deal with, or needing to be solved.
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The biggest problem with the plan was its unrealistic budget.
She's always good at spotting problems long before they become serious.
A note on using this word
"Problem" also names a math exercise requiring a solution, as in "solve the word problem."
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